Program Background

The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform supports Australia and partner Pacific countries as they continue working together to build a stable, prosperous and secure region. The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform provides Nauru, Kiribati, Tuvalu, and other countries with flexible, fit-for-purpose services that support development investments in governance, stability, and resilience. The Australia-Pacific Partnerships Platform is supported by the Australian Government and managed by DT Global.

For more information, please see http://www.partnershipsplatform.org

About DT Global Asia Pacific

At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.

For more information, please see www.dt-global.com

The Assignment

The Partnerships Platform seeks an independent IRAP assessment of its ICT systems to ensure compliance with the Australian Government’s ISM and PSPF standards. The assessment will cover:

· Review of existing ICT policies, procedures, and security controls.

· Evaluation of remote work device/network security and communication channels.

· Assessment of access controls, data protection, and incident response procedures.

· Analysis of documentation and evidence related to remote work security.

· Identification of vulnerabilities and threats in the remote work setup.

· The assessment will also guide the development of MIS documentation to meet functional and security requirements and outline steps for DT Global to achieve and maintain system accreditation every two years.

MIS systems in scope include: Power BI, Taleo, Nitro, SharePoint, and Mitra.

Deliverables:

· IRAP Certification Report validating ICT security controls.

· Detailed Assessment Report with findings, risks, and recommendations.

· Reference to the 2023 IRAP Report to track progress and updates.

Click on the link or copy paste it to access the full Terms of Reference and Selection Criteria for this assignment: https://bit.ly/4mx9VuX

Submission Requirements:

· A brief statement addressing the specified criteria.

· A full cost breakdown for delivering the services outlined in the Scope of Services and Deliverables.

· Proof of qualifications as per the selection criteria.

Submission Deadline:

· The tender submission deadline is 15 September 2025, at 5.00pm AEST. All proposals to be sent to: [email protected]

· Any enquiries or questions relating to the Request for Proposal process should be sent to [email protected] by 10 September 2025